The Septuagint As Christian Scripture: Its Prehistory and the Problem of Its Canon (Old Testament Studies Series) - Hardcover

Hengel, Martin

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0567087379 ISBN 13: 9780567087379

Publisher: UNKNO, 2001

Synopsis

The Septuagint, the Greek translation of Hebrew Old Testament, was the 'Bible' of the early Christian Church.

This is a comprehensive introduction to the issues surrounding the issues surrounding the translation and development of the Septuagint. Hengel first traces the history of the Septuagint. he explores the controversial discussion between Jews and Christians regarding its reliability, examining particularly the views of the church fathers relating to its authority, its inspiration, and its canon.

An authoritative and illuminating book by a scholar of international renown.

About this title

About the Author

Martin Hengel is emeritus professor of New Testament and ancient Judaism at the University of Tubingen.

Review

"...sure to educate, illuminate, and stimulate further creative thought on issues often consigned to the sidelines of academic discourse." -- Religious Studies Review, April 2003

"It is a welcome addition to literature on the Septuagint..." -- Churchman

"The development presented here constitutes meticulous attention to many details regarding the Septuagint’s prehistory and the consideration of its canon." -- Gerald C. Studer, Bible Editions & Versions, April-June 2003

Edition details

• Publisher: UNKNO
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0567087379
• ISBN 13: 9780567087379
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 256